Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level F Unit 2

Questions and Answers

What does 'lassitude' mean?

A feeling of listlessness (correct)

Laziness (correct)

Great speed

An urge to do something

What is the meaning of 'intrinsic'?

Superficial

External

Inherent (correct)

Coerced

What does 'occulted' refer to?

Visible

Hidden (correct)

Obvious

Revealed

What is 'exhortation'?

A strong encouragement to do something Signup and view all the answers

What does 'surmised' mean?

To guess based on limited evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'ameliorate'?

To improve Signup and view all the answers

What does 'permeated' mean?

To fill or spread throughout Signup and view all the answers

What does 'precipitated' mean?

To initiate suddenly Signup and view all the answers

What does 'millennium' refer to?

A period of one thousand years Signup and view all the answers

What does 'aplomb' mean?

Confidence and self-assurance Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'ingratiating'?

To bring oneself into favor Signup and view all the answers

What does 'interloper' mean?

A person who becomes involved in a place or situation where they are unwelcome Signup and view all the answers

What does 'callow' mean?

Immature Signup and view all the answers

What does 'infringes' mean?

To violate or go against Signup and view all the answers

What does 'epitomizes' mean?

To represent or exemplify Signup and view all the answers

What does 'drivel' mean?

Nonsense or silly talk Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ex officio' mean?

By virtue of one's position or office Signup and view all the answers

What does 'bombastic' mean?

Pompous or inflated in speech Signup and view all the answers

What does 'stringent' mean?

Strict or demanding Signup and view all the answers

Match the following words with their definitions:

Epitome = A perfect example or model Ingratiate = To bring oneself into favor Drivel = Silly or nonsensical talk Obscure = Not well known or unclear Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Terms and Definitions

Lassitude: A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.
Intrinsic: Essential or inherent; part of the essential nature of something.
Occulted: Hidden or concealed; not visible or known.
Exhortation: A strong urging or encouragement to do something.
Surmised: To assume something is true without having firm evidence; to infer.
Ameliorate: To make something better or improve a condition or situation.
Permeated: Spread throughout; to pass through or saturate.
Precipitated: To cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly.
Millennium: A period of one thousand years, often referring to a span of time in a broad historical context.
Aplomb: Self-confidence or assurance, especially in a demanding situation.
Ingratiating: Intended to gain favor or approval by flattering.
Ameliorated: Improved or made better.
Interloper: An intruder or someone who becomes involved where they are not wanted or don't belong.
Callow: Inexperienced and immature.
Infringes: To violate, encroach, or trespass on something.
Epitomizes: To be a perfect example of a quality or type.
Drivel: Silly nonsense or meaningless talk.
Ingratiate: To bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering.
Ex officio: By virtue of one’s position or office.
Bombastic: High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated.
Stringent: Strict, precise, and exacting regulations or requirements.
Inveigh: To speak or write about something with great hostility.

Synonyms

Occult: Hidden or secret.
Permeated: Infused or saturated.
Bombastic: Grandiose or pretentious.
Epitome: Model or embodiment.
Ingratiate: Flatter or curry favor.
Inveigh: Protest or rant.
Aplomb: Composure or confidence.
Drivel: Gibberish or nonsense.
Stringent: Rigorous or severe.
Precipitate: Hasty or sudden.

Antonyms

Ingratiate: Alienate or repel.
Occult: Exposed or visible.
Precipitate: Delay or slow down.
Drivel: Sense or meaningful speech.
Aplomb: Uncertainty or awkwardness.

Additional Contextual Notes

Exhorted: Past tense of exhort; strongly encouraged.
Ameliorate: Often used in contexts related to social issues or conditions.
Bombastic: Used to describe speeches or writings that are overly elaborate but lack substance.
Interlopers: Commonly used in discussions about ecology, law, or social settings where unwanted intrusion occurs.
Callow: Typically describes youth or early-stage professionals lacking experience.
Millennia: Important in historical discussions, often regarding significant changes or events.

Sentence Completeness

Exhorted: Used in contexts of motivational speaking or written advice.
Intrinsically: Describes something that is essential to the nature of the subject.
Ingratiate: Often used in personal, political, or workplace settings to describe behavior aimed at winning favor.
Surmised: Implies a level of deduction or making educated guesses.
Lassitude: Commonly used to describe a feeling often associated with fatigue or illness.

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Test your knowledge of vocabulary with this flashcard quiz covering Unit 2 from the Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level F. Each card features a key word along with its definition, helping you reinforce your understanding of essential vocabulary terms.